BSc in Sport Science

The focus of this programme is 'human beings in motion'. This is studied from the physiological, biomechanical, psychological, historical, philosophical, sociological and economic perspectives.

The programme covers the following areas: applied anatomy, applied biomechanics, motor learning, sport psychology, sport ethics, sport injuries, programme development, adapted movement programmes and the fitness industry. In addition you also take among others, Biochemistry and Physiology.

This degree programme leads to honours programmes in Biokinetics, Sport Science or Physiological Sciences. See the curriculum of BSc in Sport Science in our Calendar.

The programme equips you with the knowledge and skills to work in fields such as physical education at schools, sports coaching, sports technology, sports management, sports physiology, the fitness industry, biokinetics and sports research, and to work with people with disabilities.

Should you wish to qualify as a high school teacher after you have obtained a BSc degree, you may take the Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in the Faculty of Education. Your subject choice for your degree programme, however, should enable you to teach two school subjects. Depending on your undergraduate subject combination, you could teach the following school subjects: Life Sciences, Natural Sciences and Mathematical Literacy.

   Minimum admission requirements

  • For the NSC, an average final mark of 65% (excluding Life Orientation)
  • Afrikaans or English (Home Language or First Additional Language) 50%
  • Physical Sciences 50%
  • Mathematics 60%

See admission and selection

The focus of this programme is 'human beings in motion'. This is studied from the physiological, biomechanical, psychological, historical, philosophical, sociological and economic perspectives.

The programme covers the following areas: applied anatomy, applied biomechanics, motor learning, sport psychology, sport ethics, sport injuries, programme development, adapted movement programmes and the fitness industry. In addition you also take among others, Biochemistry and Physiology.

This degree programme leads to honours programmes in Biokinetics, Sport Science or Physiological Sciences. See the curriculum of BSc in Sport Science in our Calendar.

The programme equips you with the knowledge and skills to work in fields such as physical education at schools, sports coaching, sports technology, sports management, sports physiology, the fitness industry, biokinetics and sports research, and to work with people with disabilities.

Should you wish to qualify as a high school teacher after you have obtained a BSc degree, you may take the Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in the Faculty of Education. Your subject choice for your degree programme, however, should enable you to teach two school subjects. Depending on your undergraduate subject combination, you could teach the following school subjects: Life Sciences, Natural Sciences and Mathematical Literacy.

   Minimum admission requirements

  • For the NSC, an average final mark of 65% (excluding Life Orientation)
  • Afrikaans or English (Home Language or First Additional Language) 50%
  • Physical Sciences 50%
  • Mathematics 60%

See admission and selection